Cottage Meatloaf

Savor the comforting flavors of a classic Cottage Meatloaf, a hearty dish that's perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep for the week ahead. This recipe combines juicy ground beef and pork with a blend of pantry staples like breadcrumbs, eggs, and milk for a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The rich, tangy glaze made with ketchup and brown sugar caramelizes beautifully in the oven, adding the perfect sweet-savory finish. Infused with fragrant spices like thyme and paprika, and accented by the subtle sweetness of sautéed onions and garlic, this meatloaf delivers a depth of flavor that will keep everyone coming back for more. Quick to prep and baked to golden perfection in just an hour, this easy meatloaf recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Serve it hot with mashed potatoes and green beans for a timeless pairing, or slice it up for the perfect sandwich the next day!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 300 grams Ground pork
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan lightly with oil or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, milk, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Using your hands, gently mix all the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense meatloaf.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Press it down evenly to shape it into a loaf.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup and brown sugar to create the glaze.

Step 6

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 7

Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1411.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2871.3

Total Fat 169.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 984.8mg	0%
Sodium 5476.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 58.9g
Protein 195.1g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 477.6mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 1957.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.2%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 21.0%